Apr 2024
On Friday, April 29, 2024, the School of Public and International Affairs hosted its annual Undergraduate Research Colloquium, an exhibition of undergraduate research achievements across the School. Approximately 70 undergraduate students participated in 33 panel and 35 poster presentations. To learn more about the annual event, visit https://spia.uga.edu/news-events/signature-events/undergraduate-research-colloquium/.
Apr 2026
SPIA Ranked Among Top Public Affairs Schools
The School of Public and International Affairs at the University of Georgia continues to rank among the leading institutions for public service education, earning top marks in both national and
Apr 2026
Leadership Rooted in Service: The Kemps’ Enduring Impact on Georgia
Public service is more than a profession. It is a calling. It demands courage in moments of uncertainty, clarity in times of crisis, and a belief that leadership is about
Apr 2026
Reta Jo Lewis: A Life of Purpose, A Legacy of Service
When Reta Jo Lewis (AB ’75) stepped onto the University of Georgia campus in the 1970s, she was one of only 500 Black students. Her journey to UGA and SPIA
Apr 2026
Alumni Impact Award: Ted Pestorius
When Ted Pestorius (MPA ’15) found himself weighing a major career opportunity, he turned to someone who knew how to navigate uncharted waters—his father, Mike, a retired U.S. Navy submarine
MPA Program Informational Webinar
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
2026 George S. Parthemos Lecture
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
